COM 225 Chapter 18

Which of the following would you give after winning an award?

Speech of acceptance

T/F? Each of the speech types recognized in this chapter is for a different kind of special occasion, and each contributes to the public dialogue by calling attention to routine and ordinary traits or encouraging audiences to reflect on issues in serious ways.

false

T/F? Although delivery is a key component of any speech, a skilled delivery is inconsequential in a speech to entertain.

false

T/F? Unlike speeches to inform or persuade, in commemorative speeches it is acceptable to alter the truth to make a story more exciting.

false

To accomplish its goals, a speech of commemoration should do all of the following except: a. clearly state the unique characteristics or actions being commemorated. b. identify and describe your relationship to the person, event, idea, or institution being commemorated. c. identify and describe any obstacles or shortcomings that the person, event, idea, or institution struggles with. d. name the person, event, idea, or institution being celebrated.

identify and describe any obstacles or shortcomings that the person, event, idea, or institution struggles with.

A(n) __________ is given to present a specific award and describe why that person is receiving the award.

speech of award

A speech recognizing Rosa Parks for her role in the civil rights movement would be a:

speech of commemoration

A speech designed to welcome and familiarize the audience with an event is a:

speech of introduction

A(n) __________ is a speech given to honor someone.

speech of tribute

The way a speaker uses pauses and delivery for maximum effect is called __________ .

timing

Commemorative speakers do all of the following things except: a. tone down imagery and language for a somber effect. b. tell compelling stories and anecdotes. c. express deep emotion. d. recite special phrases, sayings, or quotations used by the person being commemorated.

tone down imagery and language for a somber effect

T/F? A speech to entertain is also about issues. Your goal is to develop an argument or an idea in an amusing way.

true

T/F? A successful introductory speech rarely lasts more than three to four minutes.

true

T/F? Always err on the side of caution when you use humor in your speech to entertain.

true

T/F? Speeches of introduction provide an audience with a unique perspective on the person introduced, which can be either the speaker's or another person's.

true

T/F? Speeches to entertain require the speaker to balance the humorous aspects of the speech with presenting an issue for the audience to think about.

true

T/F? When introducing another person, you should still introduce yourself and state your credentials.

true

A person giving a speech of tribute should not do the following: a. Be specific about the importance and meaning of who or what you are commemorating. b. Use words that are genuine and express respect and gratitude. c. Express sincere appreciation for all that a person, event, idea, or institution has given or made possible. d. Attribute certain facts, stories, and traits to the subject of your commemoration to make a point regardless of accuracy.

Attribute certain facts, stories, and traits to the subject of your commemoration to make a point regardless of accuracy.

Which of the following is not one of the guidelines to follow in order to give an effective speech of acceptance? a. Understand the purpose of the award. b. Be spontaneous in order to avoid sounding rehearsed or over-prepared. c. Recognize others who have been especially supportive or helpful. d. Respect the time limits that are determined by the situation or event.

Be spontaneous in order to avoid sounding rehearsed or over-prepared.

Which of the following is not one of the three goals of a speech of introduction?

Determine what the audience knows and does not know about the person, event, or both.

Which of the following is not one of the elements that contribute to making something in your speech funny? a. The speaker's timing b. The members of your audience c. The cultural contexts in which a joke is told d. The objective of the joke

The cultural contexts in which a joke is told

A(n) __________ speech is a speech that acknowledges gratitude, appreciation, and pleasure at receiving an honor or gift.

acceptance

For a speech of introduction, you should adhere to all of the following guidelines EXCEPT: a. be brief and concise. b. be appropriate in terms of content and language. c. be thorough by including lengthy stories and detailed explanations. d. be accurate and do research if necessary.

be thorough by including lengthy stories and detailed explanations

Speeches of __________ praise, honor, recognize, or pay tribute to a person, event, idea, or institution.

commemoration

A speech to __________ is a lighthearted speech that addresses issues or ideas in a humorous way.

entertain

T/F? A speech of tribute is given to present a specific award to someone and describe why that person is receiving the award.

false